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When the clock struck midnight on New Year’s, you likely had big aspirations for your health in 2020. As the days flew by, that commitment waned, and you began to slip. Now it’s hard to keep that same fire and momentum you had on January 1st. You’re not alone. In…

The Mediterranean diet has often been touted as one of the healthiest diets in the world, and for good reason. It’s known to be calorie-restrictive, heart and brain healthy, and diabetes-preventive. This diet is composed of many vegetables, fruits, legumes, fish, seeds, and generous amounts of healthy fats like olive…

If you want to live longer, there’s no dispute: resistance training is key. Studies have shown that men over 40 who lift weights have a longer lifespan than those who don’t. Boosting your muscle will enable you to live longer, but you may be wondering why. One thing is clear:…

The holidays is where many aspirations for good health get derailed. Epic family dinners, one too many pieces of pie, and an overabundance of egg nog can totally derail the progress you’ve made over the past few months. It’s the holiday trap, and it’s far too easy to fall into…

You may be debating whether it’s worth working with a trainer to help you achieve your fitness goals. We recommend working with a trainer for a few reasons. Guidance and motivation. It can be difficult to stay motivated to exercise, especially as we get older. When you enter the gym,…

When people think of going to the gym, they think of bulging muscles and toned abs. But not much thought is given to the underrated benefits of being physically fit. It’s not all about herculean muscles and washboard abs. Lifting weights when you are over 40 is one of the…

There’s this misconceived idea that life essentially ends after 40. This misconception carries over to fitness, as many people just refuse to hit the gym past the age of 40. The truth is that if you’re 40 and over, you need the gym more than ever. Fitness will be key…

At the start of 2019, you told yourself that this is the year you would finally get your body in shape. You made plans, you signed up for a new gym, and you started a new diet. But somewhere along the way, you fizzled out. This is a common problem…

You’ve finished your last set of the day, you go home, and you start to notice the pain setting in… Your muscles start to cramp, and it becomes a chore to move around. This soreness and cramping is caused by a buildup of lactic acid in the muscles. When you exercise intensely, the…

You want to take your body to the next level. You’ve scoured the internet for different workout routines, bought food to try a new diet you found online, and you’re ready to put your new gym membership to use. Many new gym-goers feel excited when they first step foot in…